Final Score: Cubs 3 - Astros 1
Wednesday, August 31, 1988 at 4:33 AM ET

Cubs @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
65-65-1 Rating 1486
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.5
Astros
71-61 Rating 1512
Form: WWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Astros
All-time wins 108 126
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.4 4.5
Last meeting 4 7

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Astros
Games played 131 132
Avg runs scored 4.0 4.1
Avg runs conceded 4.0 3.9
Win percentage 50% 54%
Away win % / Home win % 48% 60%